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Senior Category Manager, Networking Procurement

Senior Category Manager, Networking Procurement

CrusoeSan Francisco, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Networking Category Manager

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We're crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AIwithout sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that's setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role

Crusoe's world-class AI cloud is built upon a foundation of high-performance, low-latency network infrastructure. The strategy for how we source, deploy, and manage this critical hardware is a key competitive advantage. We are looking for a senior, experienced leader to own the end-to-end commercial and supply chain strategy for our entire networking category.

This is a high-impact, high-visibility role that goes far beyond traditional purchasing. You will be the single-threaded owner responsible for developing long-range category plans, leading complex negotiations with key OEMs, and architecting a supply chain that can support our rapid global expansion. You will partner closely with our Network Engineering and Data Center Operations leadership to build a resilient, scalable, and cost-effective network that powers the future of computing.

This role will be required to be in office five days / week in our San Francisco, CA, Sunnyvale, CA, or Seattle, WA office.

What You'll Be Working On

  • Develop Category Strategies : Create and execute multi-year sourcing strategies for all networking hardware, including switches, routers, optics, and cabling.
  • Lead Complex Negotiations : Own and lead high-value, complex negotiations with key networking OEMs and partners to secure favorable pricing and long-term supply agreements.
  • Architect the Supply Chain : Design and implement a robust supply chain model for networking gear, including demand forecasting, inventory strategy, and global logistics.
  • Drive Market Intelligence : Serve as the internal expert on the networking market, providing insights on technology trends, cost models, and the competitive landscape to inform our technical roadmap.
  • Manage Strategic Supplier Partnerships : Own relationships with our most critical networking suppliers, leading executive quarterly business reviews and driving performance.
  • Partner with Engineering Leadership : Collaborate with senior engineering and operations leaders to ensure our procurement strategy aligns with their technical and deployment roadmaps.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • Educational Foundation : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Senior Category Management Experience : 8-10+ years in strategic sourcing or category management, with a deep focus on data center networking hardware.
  • Deep Technical Acumen : Strong, demonstrable understanding of data center networking architectures, technologies, and the key suppliers in the ecosystem.
  • Expert Negotiator : A proven track record of personally leading and closing multi-million dollar negotiations and structuring complex, long-term supply agreements.
  • Supply Chain Strategist : Experience designing and managing supply chain models for technical hardware, including forecasting, inventory management, and logistics.
  • Executive Stakeholder Partnership : Exceptional ability to partner with and influence senior leadership and highly technical engineering teams.
  • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Expert : Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills, with a deep understanding of TCO for network infrastructure.
  • Bonus Points

  • MBA or an advanced technical degree.
  • Deep, existing executive relationships with key networking OEMs like Arista, Cisco, Juniper, etc.
  • Experience in a hyperscale cloud, colocation, or high-frequency trading environment where network performance is paramount.
  • Experience with international logistics, importing, and trade compliance for hardware.
  • Benefits

  • Industry competitive pay
  • Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
  • Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
  • Employer contributions to HSA accounts
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Teladoc
  • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Subscription to the Calm app
  • MetLife Legal
  • Company paid commuter benefit; $300 / month
  • Compensation Range

    Compensation will be paid in the range of up to :

  • San Francisco, Bay Area : $177,000-$214,000 / year + Bonus
  • Seattle Area : $157,000-$190,000 / year + Bonus
  • Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

    Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex / gender, sexual preference / orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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